Chateau Desmirail, Margaux, 2004 #veuvecliquot in the Swiss Valais wine

in the Swiss Valais wine region

Whilst the Côtes du Rhône is Christophe's main production

and Sauvignon Blanc (2%)

it develops notes of candied fruit

The deep ruby hues of this wine reflect the light in a promise of infinite sensuality

Chateau Desmirail, Margaux, 2004 #veuvecliquot in the Swiss Valais wineChateau Desmirail produces smooth, elegant wines in the classid Margaux style. The 2004 vintage is full of exceptionally ripe fruit and silky, mouth filling tannins. The vineyards are situated on poor soil comprising a mixture of siliceous pebbles (gravel), sand and clay. This soil provides natural drainage and the vine roots can go deep into the ground to look for the nutrients and cool tempratures they need for development. The gravel also absorbs